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Stocking Your Fridge For Football

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Whether you are a college football fanatic or nuts for the NFL, it is your job to make sure the viewing experience is top notch. You can’t have the guys over for the big game and expect them to munch on some potato chips with nothing to wash it down. This will leave you in friend exile and you might start getting left out of the weekly festivities. Use these fridge stocking tips to pencil in your home as THE place to watch a game.

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Cool It Down
The absolute number one thing you can’t go without is ice. The cooler needs to get filled and the ice tray must remain stocked for those sodas and mixed drinks. It might be a good idea to go out and buy a bag or two in case the ice machine can’t keep up with demand.

Say Cheese!
Anything with cheese is going to be a hot commodity. The hot thing right now is beer cheese pretzel dip and it is really easy to prepare. You’ll have to go out and buy some assorted cheeses, beer and spices. You’ll mix them all together and boil the concoction on the stove until it liquidizes. Make sure you follow the instructions when you heat the pretzel dough and store it separately from the cheese in your refrigerator.

Carnivorous Treats
Whether you choose to grill up burgers, steak or dogs, having a little protein is vital to a successful football party. Be sure to store these items in a separate meat draw to avoid potentially harmful contamination.

Adult Beverages
There is nothing better than ending the weekend with some cold beers and friends. Evaluate the number of people you have on the guest list and buy the appropriate number of beers. You might want to store them in a separate cooler or fridge to avoid clogging up your main unit.

Dress It Up!
This is where you separate the good hosts from the great ones. If your friend asks; “Hey you got any extra blue cheese?” Your answer will confidently be; “I sure do.” Store your ketchup, blue cheese, ranch and other dipping sauces on the door of your fridge to save space for larger items.

Okay, you’re ready to go and we hope you have a great weekend! If your fridge malfunctions unexpectedly, don’t hesitate to call the experts at Speedy Refrigerator Service. We offer weekend service at no extra charge to the NYC and Long Island areas in 1 hour or less.

To schedule service, call 866-782-9376 or click around on our website!

The Comprehensive Guide to Mold in Your Refrigerator

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Nobody ever wants to find mold growing in their refrigerator, but it is bound to happen to some of us. This guide tells you everything you need to know about mold in your fridge; including where to look for it and how to kill it.

What is mold?

Mold is a type of fungus that can grow virtually anywhere, indoors or outside. Mold spreads by reproducing microscopic spores. When humans come in contact with these spores, they can cause symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, headaches, and respiratory infections.

Several thousands of different types of mold exist, ranging from green fuzz to black slime. All of them have one thing in common, though: you don’t want to find any of them growing in your refrigerator.

Why does mold grow in refrigerators?

Your refrigerator provides favorable conditions for mold to grow and reproduce. It is a dark environment with minimal air circulation and a lot of moisture (a key factor in mold growth). Some places that mold is known to grow in the refrigerator include:

  • Interior walls and shelves. Mold can grow anywhere on the inside walls or shelves of your refrigerator, especially if there is pooling water that isn’t immediately cleaned up.

  • On your food. If you have ever left something in the refrigerator for far too long, you have seen firsthand how mold can grow on your food.

  • On the gasket. The gasket, also known as the rubber door seal is a common hiding place for mold.

What do I do if there is mold in my fridge?

Don’t panic if you spot mold growing in your refrigerator. In most cases, it can safely be removed with a little bit of baking soda, warm water, and 20 minutes of your time. Just follow these steps:

  1. Remove all food from your refrigerator. Throw away any items that the mold has come in direct contact with, as well as any uncovered foods in close proximity. Unopened foods stored in airtight containers can safely be kept.

  2. In a bucket, combine 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 1 quart of warm water.

  3. Dip a clean cloth in the bucket, and begin wiping down all of your refrigerator’s walls, shelves, and drawers. Gently scrub these areas until all visible signs of mold growth are gone. As a precaution, also wipe the outside of food containers and plastic packaging.

  4. Pour out the baking soda solution, and refill the bucket with warm water.

  5. Using a new cloth, wipe down every surface that came in contact with the baking soda solution. Repeatedly dip the cloth in the warm water until there is no trace of baking soda in your refrigerator.

  6. Thoroughly dry the interior and replace your food.

Speedy Refrigerator Service provides same-day refrigerator and freezer repairs to the New York City area. Our technicians are fully licensed and insured, and we offer one-hour service to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island. Our phone lines are open 24/7, so call us anytime at 866-782-9376.

All About the Different Styles of Refrigerators

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If you are thinking about purchasing a new refrigerator for your home, one of the first things you will have to consider is style. Generally speaking, there are four different types of refrigerators: top freezers, bottom freezers, side by side, and French door.

Each of these styles offers its own unique set of pros and cons, which we will cover below.

Top Freezer

The top freezer layout is probably what you picture when you think of a refrigerator. In this style, the frozen food compartment sits atop the fresh foods section. It is the most common type of refrigerator.

Pros

  • Cheapest to buy and repair

  • Most usable space

Cons

  • Wide-swinging doors require more room to be opened fully

  • Less optional features than other styles

Bottom Freezer

The top freezer refrigerator flipped upside down. This model features the frozen food section at the bottom of the appliance, usually accessible via pull-out drawer.

Pros

  • Puts the fresh food section at eye level

  • Energy-efficient

Cons

  • More expensive than top freezer models

  • Have to bend down to access freezer

Side By Side

Side by side refrigerators are exactly what they sound like. Instead of being divided into a top and bottom section, they are split left and right with two doors that open from the middle.

Pros

  • Both fresh and frozen compartments are at a convenient height

  • Most freezer space

Cons

  • Less space in the fresh food section

  • Not energy-efficient

French Door

A hybrid of the bottom freezer and side by side styles. This three-door refrigerator has two fresh food doors at the top, and a pull-out freezer at the bottom.

Pros

  • Wide variety of available features

  • Narrow doors do not require much room to open

Cons

  • Most expensive style

No matter what type of refrigerator you have, Speedy Refrigerator Service can fix it. Our technicians are licensed and knowledgeable enough to fix any style, make, or model of refrigerator. If you live in New York City, Nassau County, or Suffolk County, and are experiencing fridge problems, call us any time at 866-782-9376.

How To Fix A Leaky Fridge

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Almost everything in your kitchen is prone to leaking – the sink, the dishwasher, even the refrigerator.

Fortunately for you, not all leaky refrigerators require expensive repairs. In fact, you can fix many leaks yourself by using the simple step-by-step instructions below.

Why is my refrigerator leaking?

Often times, when you notice water pooling in or around your refrigerator, it isn’t actually leaking. Refrigerators produce a large amount of condensation. When everything is working, this condensation runs down a drain tube into a drip pan under the appliance, where it evaporates unnoticed. However, when your fridge is “leaking”, it is likely that this water just isn’t draining properly.

This is primarily due to two reasons: a clogged drain tube or an unlevel refrigerator. Here is how to fix both.

How to fix an unlevel refrigerator

  1. Pull off the toe grille at the base of the refrigerator.

  2. Using a flathead screwdriver, adjust the legs until your refrigerator is even. Turning the screwdriver clockwise will raise the leg, counterclockwise will lower it.

  3. Use a level to make sure your refrigerator is even, and snap the toe grille back into place.

How to fix a clogged drain tube

  1. Unplug the refrigerator.

  2. Remove the crisper drawers from the unit. You should see the drain tube on the bottom of the back wall.

  3. A piece of ice is likely the culprit for the clog. Use a hair dryer to melt it, or poke it out with a Q-tip or a pipe cleaner.

  4. Flush the tube with warm water.

  5. Replace the crisper drawers and plug your refrigerator in.

Not all refrigerator leaks are so simple to fix – sometimes, you will need to call in a licensed professional. If you live in New York City, Nassau County, or Suffolk County, look no further than Speedy Refrigerator Service. We can fix any make or model of refrigerator and offer 24/7 emergency service. Call us any time at 866-782-9376.

How To Keep Your Food & Dairy Fresh For Longer

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Fresh Food In Garbage Can To Illustrate Waste

Did you know that 40% of all food in America goes uneaten? Whether it’s tossed out or left to rot, we are wasting billions of dollars worth of food every year. Some sources estimate that as much as 20 pounds of food per person is wasted every month!

One of the biggest reasons for this waste is the improper storage. Use these tips after your next trip to the grocery store to keep your food fresh for longer and reduce your waste:

  • Save the bottom shelf for foods susceptible to spoiling. The bottom shelf is generally the coldest spot in your refrigerator. Reserve this area for items that expire quickly, such as raw meats and dairy products.

  • Reserve the door for condiments and bottled water. Every time you open your refrigerator door, the ambient air of the kitchen warms up the items stored on it. These temperatures often reach 40° or higher, so save this space for items resistant to spoiling, such as condiments and bottled water.

  • Get your food to the fridge as soon as possible. The longer refrigerated food sits at room temperature, the quicker it goes bad. Do everything you can to get your food back into the refrigerator as soon as possible after buying it from the store. This includes doing things like putting refrigerated items in your cart last, and going straight home from the market.

  • Keep your fruits and vegetables separated. Most refrigerators come with two independent crisper drawers – one for your fruits, and one for your vegetables. It is wise to keep them separated. This is because most fruits produce ethylene as they ripen, a gas which causes most vegetables to spoil.

  • Make sure your refrigerator is at the right temperature. In order to keep your food fresh for as long as possible, it is important that your refrigerator is set to the right temperature. The optimal temperature range is between 34-38° F, anything higher than that promotes bacteria growth.

Are you noticing that all the food in your refrigerator is going bad before its expiration date? It could be due to a temperature malfunction. If you live on Long Island or in New York City, call the experts at Speedy Refrigerator Service. We can repair any make or model of refrigerator, and guarantee one-hour service. Call us anytime at 866-782-9376.